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Filipino humor is unmatched! And by that, I am not overexaggerating even in the slightest. From pageants and random 'jeje' texts to hugot lines, politics, and even international contexts, the humor of this country’s citizens spans an incredible range. As such, I really do want to feature it in here, since there's so much layer in the things we find as laughable. Filipinos might just have a knack for finding the humor in everything. Sometimes, politics is also made fun of; even political figures' conversations are repeated across social media platforms. (I mean, who wouldn’t make fun of a government as senseless as ours?) Though, if I were to describe, Filipinos' humor about the romantic aspect of life is really sweet, sometimes even too bitter, but what I really like about it is its authenticity. It is relatable, yet funny. As they say, "End call ko na, baks. Nasasaktan na 'ko sa mga pinagsasabi mo." Or even better, "Wala akong makita o marinig, nakamute ka ata." In the end, Filipino humor is all about authenticity, making even our heartbreaks feel lighter.

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I LOVE YOU

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This series is so heartwarming, relatable, and cute.

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Hi

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Talk dirty to me.

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"By planting trees, we will eventually achieve La Niña."

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Sorry, pero parang ako lang ata. Hahahaha xD

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Maybe soon? HAHAHAHAHA

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Fancy seeing you here in my pop culture galore! Well, to start off, I am all about anything that fits my vibe. What is it you may ask? I'm not really sure myself. Though there are many things that are certain, I like Filipino hugot memes (or Filipino memes in general), OPM, and Heartstopper. (The latter isn't really a series from the Philippines, but I just like to include it here, since it is popular among us). I really enjoy listening to RnB and ballads from Zack Tabudlo, Arthur Nery, Lola Amour, Ben & Ben, and many more! As for series or movies, while not really any particular Filipino ones, I enjoy watching things with a touch of melodramatic romance. So, maybe my character might actually just be about being calm, serene, and maybe... slightly melancholic mood? Kidding!

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Sorry naman baks!

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Filipino memes function as a modern digital carnival. This echoes Mikhail Bakhtin’s Carnival Theory by inverting social norms and providing a platform for Filipinos to confront challenging topics with humor. Just as the carnival created a space where hierarchies were overturned, Filipino memes take on everything from heartbreak and societal pressures to political satire, using humor to bridge social divides. Through dramatic flair and hyperbole—seen in “hugot” lines or the sentimental excess of "jeje" humor—Filipino memes exaggerate feelings of love, frustration, and family struggles, making even the heaviest subjects more approachable. This space of exaggeration and playful irreverence allows Filipinos to express their frustrations and confront societal expectations in a relatable, lighthearted way.

In this digital carnival, memes offer a sense of community and unity. Much like the original carnival’s function as a gathering where social rank faded, Filipino memes create a common ground for laughter and connection. By poking fun at universal struggles, like family drama, financial woes, or romantic disappointments, these memes foster a collective resilience and authenticity. They provide a temporary relief from life’s challenges, letting Filipinos look at their struggles through a lens of humor and shared understanding. In doing so, Filipino humor serves as both an emotional release and a unifying force, capturing the shared experience of resilience through laughter.

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Me making this essay.

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Same, girl!

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I miss him. Joke!